Maintenance Technician

Iowa Ag; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Reinbeck, Iowa site to support production through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems. You will ensure equipment operations and follow safety and quality procedures daily.

The role requires experience with motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC, plus PLC familiarity. Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, and on-call during peak seasons is essential.

Qualifications

• Industrial millwright maintenance experience.
• Knowledge and experience troubleshooting motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC.
• Ability to weld, repair and fabricate equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical systems and equipment to support production.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control devices.
• Review work queues and organize tasks with supervisor and team.
• Perform scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Millwright experience

Motor troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

HVAC

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC automation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP R3

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

# Maintenance TechnicianBack to search resultsApply to this positionFollow CompanyMore Jobs from VylorSend to Friend**Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture**? At Vylor, we're advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer , Brevant , and Hoegemeyer , delivering performance farmers rely on.? Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science. Vylor has an exciting opportunity for **Maintenance Technician** to join our team at our **Reinbeck, Iowa** site.# # **What You Will Do:*** You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you, and your colleagues go home safely every day.* As a maintenance team member, your primary role will be to support production operations through the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of various mechanical systems and equipment.* Ensure the operation of company equipment, including, but not limited to mechanical, electrical and control devices.* Perform mechanical repairs, service, troubleshooting, and scheduled equipment inspections, following the prescribed guidelines and procedures.* Review and assist program leaders and teams with the mechanical safety programs to ensure adherence.* Adhere to all quality systems & safety procedures, including environmental regulations.* Make recommendations for improved safety through mechanical programs and/or process changes.* Team members will be required to work with the maintenance supervisor, coordinator and specialist on work queues, work orders and projects. Help organize and plan work, including conducting seasonal prep work.* Assist maintenance team members with their daily work tasks as needed.* Assist production team members with their daily work tasks as needed.* Overtime hours, including weekend work, as required during seasonal peaks.* Scheduled on-call coverage required during seasonal peaks.* Rotating day and evening shifts.* Various other duties as required by the needs of the business.# # **Education:*** High school diploma or equivalent # **What Skills You Need:*** An attitude of curiosity. Willing to be mentored and willing to mentor professional skills as applicable to daily tasks.* Valid Driver's License* Industrial millwright maintenance work experience* Knowledge and experience troubleshooting mechanical issues related to motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC are required.* Perform lubrication tasks and preventative maintenance tasks on factory assets.* Weld, repair and fabricate equipment as needed.* General knowledge and some experience troubleshooting electrical issues related to motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC are required.* A general understanding of PLC automation (Allen Bradly) is an asset.* You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, Stand and sit for extended periods, and Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions.* You are comfortable with technology, possess a good computer aptitude, and are willing and able to learn other company-specific applications as required.* Experience using an electronic maintenance module such as SAP R3 is an asset.* Lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work involving repetitive motion and/or lifting.* You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.* You maintain an organized workplace and have excellent critical thinking skills.# # **Work Authorization and Relocation:*** This position does **NOT** offer a comprehensive domestic relocation benefit package* VISA Sponsorship is **NOT** available for this position# # **Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):*** This role will be on-site at a Corteva location**Benefits - How We'll Support You:*** Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills* Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place* Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment* Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays* Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father* Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program* Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits* Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. ### *Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.* ### Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.